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Winter 1989: Crisis

Volume 10
Winter

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In this Issue
From The Editors
Inside Church Fights
An interview with Speed Leas
Grinnin’ Down Bears
SPIRITUAL SURVIVAL FOR A FORCED EXIT
Even a painful resignation can be a first-hand encounter with grace.
Preaching Through Personal Pain
What can you say when the tragedy is yours?
Serving in the Desert
TOUGH FAITH
One church leader's experience of living by faith when deprived of virtually everything but life itself.
UNFEELING COMPASSION
The God Who Delegates
From Moses to most of us, God works through an unlikely set of characters.
When We Don't Get No Respect
What an appropriate response to those who belittle the work of the ministry?
Well-Focused Preaching
Taking a clear picture of your preaching activities requires both wide-angle and zoom lenses.
WHO CARES?
Six ways churches answer the question of personal ministry.
PASTOR DAVID OR PASTOR SOLOMON?
Sometimes we are called to fight worthy battles, sometimes to build God's house.
WHEN A CHILD DIES
Ministering to grieving family and friends presents special needs and unique opportunities.
AFTER A SUICIDE
AFTER A SUICIDE
What is the best way to serve those left behind?
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THE COFFER CRUNCH
What happens to ministry when money is in short supply?
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